Description
A delicious and hearty dish that combines the bold flavors of Cajun seasoning with tender chicken, succulent shrimp, and creamy pasta, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 12 oz fettuccine pasta
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.
- In a small bowl, mix the Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Season the chicken and shrimp with the spice mixture.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken pieces for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of olive oil and cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp and set aside.
- Melt the butter in the same skillet and sauté the garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream, chicken broth, and Parmesan cheese. Stir to combine and let it simmer for 3-5 minutes to thicken the sauce.
- Add the cooked chicken, shrimp, and pasta to the skillet. Toss to coat in the creamy sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a bit of reserved pasta water to reach your desired consistency.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
For extra flavor, sprinkle more Parmesan cheese and freshly chopped parsley on top. This dish pairs well with a side salad and crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Cajun pasta, shrimp and chicken pasta, creamy pasta dishes